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Wonderful “Slivers” Review! ❤️

Thank you to Melanie McGauran for the delightful review of “Slivers”!

I’m pleased to share Melanie’s recent praise which showcases one of my favorite paragraphs in the whole book…musings about a garden.

Check out Melanie’s post (below) to see that snippet and take in all of the kind words Melanie offers about my debut novel:

A Celebration of “Slivers”

Thank you, Melanie, and thanks to those who are reading and sharing their thoughts, whether here and/or on Goodreads. I’ll have more delightful news to share from other readers soon…feeling oh-so grateful!

Vicki 💝

Hi – I’m Victoria, Vicki, Dr. Vicki. I hold a doctorate in Adult Education and I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), and author of Surviving Sue and Slivers.

Check out this link to learn more about my book “Surviving Sue” – all about resilience and love. Check out this link to order “Slivers”…a ghost story with surprising twists.

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Hi — I’m Vicki and I’m a big believer in the power of connection – taking time to share what matters most. I love pondering…thinking about work, family and home life and I enjoy blogging about all of it. Cheers!

52 responses to “Wonderful “Slivers” Review! ❤️”

  1. TheHappyQuitter Avatar
    TheHappyQuitter

    Another great review. I am so happy for you.

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    1. Victoria Avatar
      Victoria

      Bridget…thank you. I really appreciate your kind words! 💝

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  2. Deborah J. Brasket Avatar
    Deborah J. Brasket

    It’s such a great feeling when readers respond so enthusiastically to our books! Congrats, Vicki! I’m sure there will be many more. (I notice you’re not on Amazon yet. Is that by choice?)

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    1. Victoria Avatar
      Victoria

      So true…what a wonderful feeling. A little surreal, even?
      And yes…not on Amazon yet — by choice. Such a conundrum…hoping to give “Slivers” some time as a paperback through Eckhartz only for a while. So hard to know what’s right to do and when…thank you for asking. 💝

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      1. Deborah J. Brasket Avatar
        Deborah J. Brasket

        It is so hard to know what to do. You will have to tell me if this worked out well. Sounds like a good idea.

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        1. Victoria Avatar
          Victoria

          So glad you’re in my corner, friend! Figuring it out as I go…xo! ❤️

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  3. Dave Astor Avatar
    Dave Astor

    Congratulations, Vicki, on another very positive review! 🙂

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    1. Victoria Avatar
      Victoria

      Grateful to you, Dave! Melanie was very generous…a fine, fine writer herself! ❤️

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      1. Dave Astor Avatar
        Dave Astor

        🙂

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  4. Ab Avatar
    Ab

    Congrats, Vickie! 💕😊

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    1. Victoria Avatar
      Victoria

      Xo! 😘

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  5. Michelle (Boomer Eco Crusader) Avatar
    Michelle (Boomer Eco Crusader)

    Congratulations on the great reviews, Vicki. Having just finished Slivers myself, I concur!

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    1. Victoria Avatar
      Victoria

      Michelle…you’re making me grin! So grateful for the support! This felt like a big leap and receiving encouraging feedback is amazing. Humbling! Xo! 😘

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        Michelle (Boomer Eco Crusader)

        🤗

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  6. Brenda Avatar
    Brenda

    Is your book available as an ebook?

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    1. Victoria Avatar
      Victoria

      It’s not, no. Not yet! I’m trying to figure that out….giving it a little time with my publisher, Eckhartz as a paperback only. Thank you so much for asking, B. I know that’s a barrier. Sending love! 💝

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      1. Brenda Avatar
        Brenda

        Unfortunately yes. The cost to get the book shipped to the uk doubles the price

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        1. Victoria Avatar
          Victoria

          Absolutely crazy. 🤨 🤨🤨
          I totally understand.
          Xo!

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  7. Ephemeral Encounters Avatar
    Ephemeral Encounters

    Vicki 🎉❤️🎉❤️ cingrats to you !
    More reviews on the way too U am sure !

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    1. Victoria Avatar
      Victoria

      Love you, Maggie! ❤️😉❤️

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      1. Ephemeral Encounters Avatar
        Ephemeral Encounters

        Vicku 😘❤️😘
        Love you too.
        Keep shining 🌟🌟🌟

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        1. Victoria Avatar
          Victoria

          And you! ❤️⭐️❤️

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  8. T. W. Dittmer Avatar
    T. W. Dittmer

    That is a wonderful review, Vicki, and I’m sure your book deserves it. Congratulations!

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    1. Victoria Avatar
      Victoria

      Melanie is wonderful, that’s for sure! Thanks, Tim! ❤️😉❤️

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      1. T. W. Dittmer Avatar
        T. W. Dittmer

        My pleasure, Victoria. 😍

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  9. WritingfromtheheartwithBrian Avatar
    WritingfromtheheartwithBrian

    Loved the review Melanie and Vicki. Love the description you’re using too Vicki. “they looked like a cocky band of hoodlums. Bold and brazen-shoulders back, chins up. A warning shot with extra swagger-directed at the house and others.” I can’t wait to read. Love it.

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    1. Victoria Avatar
      Victoria

      I love that you BOTH love those lines! I know I sound like a broken record, but the encouragement matters!!! Especially from writers I admire. Oh my goodness. Thank you, Brian! ❤️😉❤️

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  10. melaniemcgauran Avatar
    melaniemcgauran

    This was a great surprise, Vicki! I am grateful that you wanted to share my review of your novel Slivers. I know I am not alone in singing its praises. I just fell in love with the musings in the garden. ☺️ Best, best wishes in your continued success. ❤️

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    1. Victoria Avatar
      Victoria

      Thank you for being you! ❤️😉❤️

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      1. melaniemcgauran Avatar
        melaniemcgauran

        And thank you for supporting writers everywhere, every chance you get. 💝😘

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        1. Victoria Avatar
          Victoria

          The camaraderie and good vibes are pretty fabulous. Feeling fortunate…thank you, sister friend! ❤️😉❤️

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          1. melaniemcgauran Avatar
            melaniemcgauran

            They are! Big hugs always. ❤️☺️❤️

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  11. E.A. Wickham Avatar
    E.A. Wickham

    What a fun and great review. Congratulations again!

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    1. Victoria Avatar
      Victoria

      Much love for your kind words! Appreciate your support, dear Elizabeth! ❤️😉❤️

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      1. E.A. Wickham Avatar
        E.A. Wickham

        Thanks! 😍

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        1. Victoria Avatar
          Victoria

          Xo! ❤️

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  12. Edward Ortiz Avatar
    Edward Ortiz

    Another great review! Congratulations, my friend.

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    1. Victoria Avatar
      Victoria

      You are so dear…thank you! 😉❤️😉

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      1. Edward Ortiz Avatar
        Edward Ortiz

        You’re very welcome, my friend. 🫶🏼

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  13. petespringer Avatar
    petespringer

    Melane is a talented writer and a dear blogging friend. I know that all positive reviews are nice to get, but I think some carry a little more weight because of who they come from.

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    1. Victoria Avatar
      Victoria

      Very true…praise from my talented writer friends (like you!) is so, so incentivizing and welcome. Xo, Pete! 😘

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  14. kegarland Avatar
    kegarland

    Congratulations, Vicki ♥️

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    1. Victoria Avatar
      Victoria

      Kath…thank you! ❤️😘❤️

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  15. Jennie Avatar
    Jennie

    Wonderful, and congratulations, Vicki!

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    1. Victoria Avatar
      Victoria

      Melanie was very generous!! ❤️😉❤️

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      1. Jennie Avatar
        Jennie

        You are the humble one, Vicki. 😀

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  16. Mary K. Doyle Avatar
    Mary K. Doyle

    Congrats on all the positive reactions to your new book, Vicki. You are on a positive roll. I’m so happy for you!

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    1. Victoria Avatar
      Victoria

      Love you, Mary! Xo! 😘

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  17. Todd Fulginiti Avatar
    Todd Fulginiti

    Picking up more steam and deservedly so!🚂🚂😎❤️

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    1. Victoria Avatar
      Victoria

      Haha! You are really chugging along!
      🤪❤️🤪

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  18. Dawn Pisturino Avatar
    Dawn Pisturino

    I’m so happy for you!

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    1. Victoria Avatar
      Victoria

      You are so dear. Thanks for this fun burst of goodness! ❤️😊❤️

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